Pollution
Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or energy into the environment, causing adverse effects on human health, wildlife, and ecosystems. It can take various forms, including air, water, soil, noise, light, and plastic pollution. Pollution is often caused by human activities such as industrial processes, transportation, agriculture, and improper waste disposal.
Parish Councils can engage with local residents to raise awareness about pollution issues and organise/support initiatives such as tree planting, clean-up campaigns and recycling programmes to reduce pollution. North Yorkshire Council can help Parish Councils with voluntary clean ups by providing equipment and advice.
Please find out more here: Community litter pick | North Yorkshire Council
Traveller/Gypsy
Gypsy and Traveller communities are diverse groups with distinct cultures, traditions, and lifestyles. They often lead a nomadic or semi-nomadic lifestyle, moving from place to place for work, family, or cultural reasons.
Parish Councils play a crucial role in supporting Gypsy and Traveller communities within their areas.
Parish Councils can provide an input on planning applications for Gypsy and Traveller sites by viewing and commenting on planning applications in their area:
View and comment on planning applications in your area | North Yorkshire Council.
Find information about how North Yorkshire council approaches Gypsies and Travellers on a public open space or other land here:
View and comment on planning applications in your area | North Yorkshire Council
Drains, sewers and septic tanks
Parish Councils play a supportive role in managing and maintaining local drainage and wastewater systems.
Parish Councils can monitor the condition of local drains and sewers and report issues such as blockages, leaks or overflows to the relevant authorities here: Drains, sewers and septic tanks | North Yorkshire Council
